9.1. Overview

The JSR 168 sample portlet shown in this chapter will allow you to implement the following:

  • You will enter your name and select the color that it is displayed in.

  • You will also be able to add new colors to use.

  • A user with administration rights will be able to change the greeting that appears before your name.

  • You will use the PortletPreferences object to store the colors and greeting.

  • A JavaBean, stored in the PortletSession, will store the currently selected color, name, and greeting.

  • The PortletPreferencesValidator will be used to validate the color before adding it to the portletpreferences object.

  • The portlet will show the render and action phases of the JSR 168 portlet API.

  • It will also display the View, Edit, Config, and Help modes. ...

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